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Vauxhall Vivaro

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,870 cc

LR04 BSUMOT history

LR04 BSU is a blue diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 27 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 129,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,324 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 BSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 BSU was last recorded at 129,324 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 3,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,777 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,547 miles
Average per year
5,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,324 miles
  • 2025 – 125,777 miles
  • 2024 – 118,832 miles
  • 2022 – 108,547 miles
  • 2021 – 101,282 miles
  • 2020 – 97,702 miles
  • 2019 – 93,026 miles
  • 2018 – 90,523 miles
  • 2017 – 85,306 miles
  • 2016 – 79,600 miles
  • 2015 – 75,469 miles
  • 2014 – 72,083 miles
  • 2013 – 67,966 miles
  • 2012 – 63,689 miles
  • 2011 – 59,166 miles
  • 2010 – 55,977 miles
  • 2009 – 52,602 miles
  • 2008 – 49,112 miles
  • 2007 – 32,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,324 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside sill damageRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive sump area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 20 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,324 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,324 miles
    Test number
    567234529726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail129,324 miles (+3,547)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,324 miles
    Test number
    107683928017
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,777 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    125,777 miles
    Test number
    942939618856
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail125,776 miles (+6,944)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,776 miles
    Test number
    246206990271
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both ns and os (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both ns and os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,832 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,832 miles
    Test number
    382288336223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated clamp (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Fail118,806 miles (+10,259)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,806 miles
    Test number
    350483040366
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to osf lower ball joint (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated clamp (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass108,547 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    108,547 miles
    Test number
    112359273999
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met the required efficiency
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  8. Fail108,524 miles (+7,242)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,524 miles
    Test number
    349331931576
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/f inner sill box section severe corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r outer sill heavy corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect possible incorrect bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill box section showing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass101,282 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,282 miles
    Test number
    685628586190
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack inner joint area (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail101,282 miles (+3,580)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,282 miles
    Test number
    565352764603
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack inner joint area (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass97,702 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    107503350277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack has evidence of a minor fluid leak

  12. Fail97,702 miles (+4,676)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    237164348208
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack has evidence of a minor fluid leak

  13. Pass93,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    93,026 miles
    Test number
    598570783640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Fail93,026 miles (+2,503)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,026 miles
    Test number
    187800594732
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded lsv to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass90,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,523 miles
    Test number
    890528565800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,523 miles (+5,217)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,523 miles
    Test number
    571457132986
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  17. Pass85,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,306 miles
    Test number
    945990187345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,306 miles (+5,706)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,306 miles
    Test number
    359974373921
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass79,600 miles (+4,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,600 miles
    Test number
    535422376311
    • AdvisoryO/s rear lens broken but not showing white light

  20. Pass75,469 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,469 miles
    Test number
    837847815182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,083 miles (+4,117)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,083 miles
    Test number
    206396014467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,966 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    117745613179
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail67,966 miles (+4,277)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    895695613194
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail63,689 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,689 miles
    Test number
    269642822467
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass63,689 miles (+4,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,689 miles
    Test number
    859742722165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail59,166 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,166 miles
    Test number
    159430921118
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass59,166 miles (+3,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,166 miles
    Test number
    485180221177
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Pass55,977 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,977 miles
    Test number
    662507710129
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Fail55,977 miles (+3,375)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,977 miles
    Test number
    370017810108
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  30. Fail52,602 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    351016809179
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  31. Pass52,602 miles (+3,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    774976309185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  32. Pass49,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    114428028071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail49,112 miles (+17,093)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    820288128009
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass32,019 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,019 miles
    Test number
    670417757086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail31,826 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    683371157027
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LR04 BSU

Does LR04 BSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 BSU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR04 BSU?
The MOT on LR04 BSU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 BSU done?
LR04 BSU was recorded at 129,324 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 5,015 miles a year.
Has LR04 BSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 BSU has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR04 BSU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR04 BSU find?
LR04 BSU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside sill damage, and 3 more.

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